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Book free activities for children this summer through the Holiday Activities and Food Programme

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Activity booking for Gloucestershire County Council’s summer Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF) opens at midday on Monday 30 June.

Nutritious food and free activities are on offer to help keep children in Gloucestershire happy, healthy, and entertained. Children in reception to year 11 who receive benefits-related free school meals can take part. Gloucestershire County Council is also extending holiday activities to all children in the county through its Holiday Activities Programme (HAP) using grant funding.   

Both the HAF and HAP programmes run during the school summer holidays which begin on Monday 21 July. Activity dates may vary slightly between schools.   

Families are encouraged to visit the new Family Hubs booking system: https://familyhubs.gloucestershire.gov.uk/.  

To book activities, families must: 

  1. Create an account 

  1. Add a profile for each child taking part in activities  

  1. Make sure emergency contact details are up to date 

This summer, there are lots of exciting options to choose from including drama and science workshops, sports and games, art and crafts, music and dance. More information about the programme is available at: https://familyhubs.gloucestershire.gov.uk/haf.   

Cllr Ben Evans, cabinet member for children’s safeguarding and care at Gloucestershire County Council, said: “There’s a huge variety of activities on offer for children this summer. I encourage families to visit the website and create an account, so they are ready to book.  

“School holidays should be a time of fun and discovery for every child. We’re supporting families by offering engaging activities, encouraging active lifestyles, and helping young people build confidence and friendships that last well beyond the break.”